The N3 highway between Johannesburg and Durban faced closures and impassable detours, causing significant disruptions.
Emergency services made efforts to assist stranded motorists, delivering blankets and meals to those affected by the extreme weather conditions.
Motorists, including Muhammad Goolam, were stranded for hours due to heavy snowfall and challenging road conditions.
Some areas experienced up to two meters of snow, leading to hazardous travel conditions and road closures.
South Africa closed border posts with Lesotho due to dangerous weather conditions, highlighting the severity of the situation.
South African Weather Services issued high-level warnings for more snowfall, emphasizing the extreme nature of the weather event.
Despite the challenges, the rare snow phenomenon attracted people like Justin Nadasem Baker, who traveled to witness the snow after many years.
People were fascinated by the snow, with some traveling long distances to experience the unusual weather event firsthand.